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Secondary and Configurable Customer Control System Chevrolet Express H1500

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Fastener Tightening Specifications

ApplicationSpecification
MetricEnglish
Steering Wheel Trim Plate Screw2 N.m18 lb in
Radio Control Screw2 N.m18 lb in

Fastener Tightening Specifications

Scheme 1

Scheme 1: Steering Wheel Secondary/Configurable Controls Wiring Schematics

Diagnostic Code Index

DTCDescription
DTC B1529DTC B1529 03 Device Voltage Reference Output Circuit Voltage Below Threshold DTC B1529 07 Device Voltage Reference Output Circuit Voltage Above Threshold
DTC B3622DTC B3622 07 Steering Wheel Controls Signal Circuit

DIAGNOSTIC CODE INDEX

Diagnostic Instructions

  1. Perform the «Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle»(/chevrolet/express-h1500/2013-2013/remont/oem-general-information/#vehicle-diagnostic-information-diagnostic-information-and-procedures) prior to using this diagnostic procedure.
  2. Review «Strategy Based Diagnosis»(/chevrolet/express-h1500/2013-2013/remont/oem-general-information/#vehicle-diagnostic-information-diagnostic-information-and-procedures__strategy-based-diagnosis) for an overview of the diagnostic approach.
  3. «Diagnostic Procedure Instructions»(/chevrolet/express-h1500/2013-2013/remont/oem-general-information/#vehicle-diagnostic-information-diagnostic-information-and-procedures__diagnostic-procedure-instructions) provides an overview of each diagnostic category.

Diagnostic Fault Information

CircuitShort to GroundOpen/High ResistanceShort to VoltageSignal Performance
B+ Voltage ReferenceB1529 031B1529 07
Signal11B3622 07
1. Steering Wheel Controls Inoperative

Circuit/System Description

The body control module (BCM) supplies voltage to the audio steering wheel control switches and monitors the return signal. Each switch state is associated to a set resistance value and when pressed a specific voltage drop occurs across the resistor unique to the switch. The BCM identifies the switch selection and activates the feature.

Conditions for Running the DTC

  1. Battery voltage is between 9-16 V
  2. The ignition is ON.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

B1529 03

  1. The BCM detects a short to ground in the B+ voltage reference circuit.
  2. The above condition is present for greater than 30 seconds.

B1529 07

  1. The BCM detects a short to voltage in the B+ voltage reference circuit.
  2. The above condition is present for greater than 30 seconds.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

The BCM will ignore switch inputs.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

  1. The condition responsible for setting the DTC no longer exists.
  2. A history DTC will clear once 100 consecutive malfunction free ignition cycles have occurred.

Reference Information

Schematic Reference

Connector End View Reference

Description and Operation

Electrical Information Reference

  1. «Circuit Testing»(/chevrolet/express-h1500/2013-2013/remont/ignition-switchsteering-lock/#wiring-systems-and-power-management-diagnostic-information-and-procedures__circuit-testing)
  2. «Connector Repairs»(/chevrolet/express-h1500/2013-2013/remont/ignition-switchsteering-lock/#wiring-systems-and-power-management-diagnostic-information-and-procedures__connector-repairs)
  3. «Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections»(/chevrolet/express-h1500/2013-2013/remont/ignition-switchsteering-lock/#wiring-systems-and-power-management-diagnostic-information-and-procedures)
  4. «Wiring Repairs»(/chevrolet/express-h1500/2013-2013/remont/ignition-switchsteering-lock/#wiring-systems-and-power-management-diagnostic-information-and-procedures__wiring-repairs)

Scan Tool Reference

Control Module References for scan tool information

Circuit/System Verification

Ignition ON, observe the scan tool BCM SWC Bank 1 Status parameter. The reading should be idle and change between SW1-SW7 when pushing the appropriate switch.

Circuit/System Testing

  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the right steering wheel control switch.
  2. Ignition ON, test for B+ between the voltage reference circuit terminal 3 and ground. If less than the specified value, test the voltage reference circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the BCM. If greater than the specified value, test the voltage reference circuit for a short to voltage. If the circuit tests normal, replace the BCM.
  3. If all circuits test normal, test or replace the right steering wheel control switch.

Component Testing

  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the right steering wheel control switch.
  2. Test the resistance between the voltage reference terminal 3 and the signal terminal 4 while depressing the appropriate steering wheel controls switch listed below. If not the specified range, replace the steering wheel switch.
Function SwitchMinimum Resistance ValueMaximum Resistance Value
Mute/Voice Recognition1.0k Ohms1.4k Ohms
Volume Down1.3k Ohms1.7k Ohms
Volume Up1.7k Ohms2.1k Ohms
Previous2.8k Ohms2.6k Ohms
Next2.2k Ohms3.2k Ohms
Source3.6k Ohms4.0k Ohms
Seek5.1k Ohms5.5k Ohms
No Switch PressedO.L.O.L.

Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the repair.

Control Module References for BCM replacement, programming and setup

  1. Perform the «Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle»(/chevrolet/express-h1500/2013-2013/remont/oem-general-information/#vehicle-diagnostic-information-diagnostic-information-and-procedures) prior to using this diagnostic procedure.
  2. Review «Strategy Based Diagnosis»(/chevrolet/express-h1500/2013-2013/remont/oem-general-information/#vehicle-diagnostic-information-diagnostic-information-and-procedures__strategy-based-diagnosis) for an overview of the diagnostic approach.
  3. «Diagnostic Procedure Instructions»(/chevrolet/express-h1500/2013-2013/remont/oem-general-information/#vehicle-diagnostic-information-diagnostic-information-and-procedures__diagnostic-procedure-instructions) provides an overview of each diagnostic category.
CircuitShort to GroundOpen/High ResistanceShort to VoltageSignal Performance
B+ Voltage ReferenceB1529 031B1529 07
Right Steering Wheel Control Switch Signal11B3622 07
1. Steering Wheel Controls Inoperative

The body control module (BCM) monitors the steering wheel control signal circuit voltage. If the voltage level is too high, damage may result in the system. When a high voltage condition is detected, the BCM will ignore the switch command.

  1. Battery voltage is between 9-16 volts
  2. The ignition is ON.

The BCM detects a short to voltage in the steering wheel control switch signal circuit.

The BCM will ignore switch inputs.

  1. The condition responsible for setting the DTC no longer exists.
  2. A history DTC will clear once 100 consecutive malfunction free ignition cycles have occurred.

Schematic Reference

Connector End View Reference

Description and Operation

Electrical Information Reference

  1. «Circuit Testing»(/chevrolet/express-h1500/2013-2013/remont/ignition-switchsteering-lock/#wiring-systems-and-power-management-diagnostic-information-and-procedures__circuit-testing)
  2. «Connector Repairs»(/chevrolet/express-h1500/2013-2013/remont/ignition-switchsteering-lock/#wiring-systems-and-power-management-diagnostic-information-and-procedures__connector-repairs)
  3. «Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections»(/chevrolet/express-h1500/2013-2013/remont/ignition-switchsteering-lock/#wiring-systems-and-power-management-diagnostic-information-and-procedures)
  4. «Wiring Repairs»(/chevrolet/express-h1500/2013-2013/remont/ignition-switchsteering-lock/#wiring-systems-and-power-management-diagnostic-information-and-procedures__wiring-repairs)

Scan Tool Reference

Control Module References for scan tool information

Ignition ON, observe the scan tool BCM SWC Bank 1 Status parameter. The reading should be idle and change between SW1-SW7 when pushing the appropriate switch.

  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the right steering wheel control switch.
  2. Ignition ON, test for B+ between the voltage reference circuit terminal 3 and ground. If less than the specified value, test the voltage reference circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the BCM.
  3. Test for B+ between the voltage reference circuit terminal 3 and the signal circuit terminal 4. If less than the specified value, test the signal circuit for a short to voltage or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the BCM.
  4. Ignition OFF, disconnect the X1 harness connector at the BCM.
  5. Test for infinite resistance between the signal circuit terminal 4 and ground. If less than the specified value, test the signal circuit for a short to ground.
  6. If all circuits test normal, test or replace the right steering wheel control switch.
  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the right steering wheel control switch.
  2. Test the resistance between the voltage reference terminal 3 and the signal terminal 4 while depressing the appropriate steering wheel controls switch listed below. If not the specified range, replace the steering wheel switch.
Function SwitchMinimum Resistance ValueMaximum Resistance Value
Mute/Voice Recognition1.0k Ohms1.4k Ohms
Volume Down1.3k Ohms1.7k Ohms
Volume Up1.7k Ohms2.1k Ohms
Previous2.2k Ohms2.6k Ohms
Next2.8k Ohms3.2k Ohms
Source3.6k Ohms4.0k Ohms
Seek5.1k Ohms5.5k Ohms
No Switch PressedO.L.O.L.

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.

  1. «Steering Wheel Control Switch Assembly Replacement»(/chevrolet/express-h1500/2013-2013/remont/memory-modules/#secondary-and-configurable-customer-control-system)
  2. «Control Module References»(/chevrolet/express-h1500/2013-2013/remont/communication-devices/#programming-and-setup-all-systems__control-module-references) for BCM replacement, setup, and programming

Symptoms - Secondary and Configurable Customer Controls

Note. The following steps must be completed before using the symptom tables.

  1. Perform the «Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle»(/chevrolet/express-h1500/2013-2013/remont/oem-general-information/#vehicle-diagnostic-information-diagnostic-information-and-procedures) before using the symptom tables in order to verify that all of the following are true: There are no DTCs set. The control modules can communicate via the serial data link.
  2. Review the system description and operation in order to familiarize yourself with the system functions. Refer to «Steering Wheel Controls Description and Operation»(/chevrolet/express-h1500/2013-2013/remont/memory-modules/#secondary-and-configurable-customer-control-system__steering-wheel-controls-description-and-operation) .

Visual/Physical Inspection

  1. Inspect for aftermarket devices which could affect the operation of the steering wheel controls. Refer to «Checking Aftermarket Accessories»(/chevrolet/express-h1500/2013-2013/remont/ignition-switchsteering-lock/#wiring-systems-and-power-management-diagnostic-information-and-procedures__checking-aftermarket-accessories) .
  2. Inspect the easily accessible or visible system components, for obvious damage or conditions, which could cause the symptom.

Intermittent

Faulty electrical connections or wiring may be the cause of intermittent conditions. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections .

Symptom List

Refer to a symptom diagnostic procedure from the following list in order to diagnose the symptom

Refer to Steering Wheel Controls Malfunction in order to diagnose the symptom.

  1. Perform the «Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle»(/chevrolet/express-h1500/2013-2013/remont/oem-general-information/#vehicle-diagnostic-information-diagnostic-information-and-procedures) prior to using this diagnostic procedure.
  2. Review «Strategy Based Diagnosis»(/chevrolet/express-h1500/2013-2013/remont/oem-general-information/#vehicle-diagnostic-information-diagnostic-information-and-procedures__strategy-based-diagnosis) for an overview of the diagnostic approach.
  3. «Diagnostic Procedure Instructions»(/chevrolet/express-h1500/2013-2013/remont/oem-general-information/#vehicle-diagnostic-information-diagnostic-information-and-procedures__diagnostic-procedure-instructions) provides an overview of each diagnostic category.
CircuitShort to GroundOpen/High ResistanceShort to VoltageSignal Performance
B+ Voltage ReferenceB1529 031B1529 07
Right Steering Wheel Control Switch Signal11B3622 07
1. Steering Wheel Controls Inoperative

The body control module (BCM) supplies voltage to the audio steering wheel control switches and monitors the return signal. Each switch state is associated to a set resistance value and when pressed a specific voltage drop occurs across the resistor unique to the switch. The BCM identifies the switch selection and activates the feature.

Diagnostic Aids

  1. This diagnostic is for the audio steering wheel controls.
  2. Before diagnosis of the steering wheel controls, ensure the primary controls of the associated component are functioning properly.

Schematic Reference

Connector End View Reference

Description and Operation

Electrical Information Reference

  1. «Circuit Testing»(/chevrolet/express-h1500/2013-2013/remont/ignition-switchsteering-lock/#wiring-systems-and-power-management-diagnostic-information-and-procedures__circuit-testing)
  2. «Connector Repairs»(/chevrolet/express-h1500/2013-2013/remont/ignition-switchsteering-lock/#wiring-systems-and-power-management-diagnostic-information-and-procedures__connector-repairs)
  3. «Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections»(/chevrolet/express-h1500/2013-2013/remont/ignition-switchsteering-lock/#wiring-systems-and-power-management-diagnostic-information-and-procedures)
  4. «Wiring Repairs»(/chevrolet/express-h1500/2013-2013/remont/ignition-switchsteering-lock/#wiring-systems-and-power-management-diagnostic-information-and-procedures__wiring-repairs)

Scan Tool Reference

Control Module References for scan tool information

Ignition ON, observe the scan tool BCM SWC Bank 1 Status parameter. The reading should be idle and change between SW1-SW7 when pushing the appropriate switch.

  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the right steering wheel control switch.
  2. Ignition ON, test for B+ between the voltage reference circuit terminal 3 and ground. If less than the specified value, test the voltage reference circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the BCM.
  3. Test for B+ between the voltage reference circuit terminal 3 and the signal circuit terminal 4. If less than the specified value, test the signal circuit for a short to voltage or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the BCM.
  4. Ignition OFF, disconnect the X1 harness connector at the BCM.
  5. Test for infinite resistance between the signal circuit terminal 4 and ground. If less than the specified value, test the signal circuit for a short to ground.
  6. If all circuits test normal, test or replace the right steering wheel control switch.
  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the right steering wheel control switch.
  2. Test the resistance between the voltage reference terminal 3 and the signal terminal 4 while depressing the appropriate steering wheel controls switch listed below. If not the specified range, replace the steering wheel switch.
Function SwitchMinimum Resistance ValueMaximum Resistance Value
Mute/Voice Recognition1.0k Ohms1.4k Ohms
Volume Down1.3k Ohms1.7k Ohms
Volume Up1.7k Ohms2.1k Ohms
Previous2.2k Ohms2.6k Ohms
Next2.8k Ohms3.2k Ohms
Source3.6k Ohms4.0k Ohms
Seek5.1k Ohms5.5k Ohms
No Switch PressedO.L.O.L.

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.

  1. «Steering Wheel Control Switch Assembly Replacement»(/chevrolet/express-h1500/2013-2013/remont/memory-modules/#secondary-and-configurable-customer-control-system)
  2. «Control Module References»(/chevrolet/express-h1500/2013-2013/remont/communication-devices/#programming-and-setup-all-systems__control-module-references) for BCM replacement, setup, and programming

Scheme 2

Scheme 2: Steering Wheel Control Switch Assembly Replacement
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedure Remove the inflatable restraint steering wheel module. Refer to Airbag Steering Wheel Module Replacement .
1Steering Wheel Trim Plate Screw (Qty: 4) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten 2 N.m (18 lb in)
2Steering Wheel Trim Plate (Qty: 2)
3Radio Control Screw (Qty: 6) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten 2 N.m (18 lb in)
4Radio Control Switch Assembly Procedure Disconnect the electrical connector. Make sure the steering wheel control switches are properly seated to the steering wheel trim cover during installation.
5Cruise Control Switch Assembly Procedure Disconnect the electrical connector. Make sure the steering wheel control switches are properly seated to the steering wheel trim cover during installation.
CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .
CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .

Steering Wheel Control Switch Assembly Replacement

Steering Wheel Controls Description and Operation

The steering wheel control switches duplicate the function of the primary controls of the associated component, through a network of momentary contact switches and a series of resistors. The body control module (BCM) supplies voltage to the switches and monitors the return signal. When a switch is pressed, a specific voltage drops across the resistor unique to that switch. The BCM identifies the switch selected and sends a serial data message to the component controlled by the switch, activating the feature.

This service information is intended to diagnose the circuits between the BCM and the steering wheel control switches. If the primary control for the device is inoperative, refer to the appropriate service information for the component the steering wheel control switch is used for.

Special Tools

Illustration Tool Number/ Description J 1859-A Steering Wheel Puller J 42578 Steering Wheel Puller Legs

Scheme 3

Scheme 3: Special Tools